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Mr. Barsin’s Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Alison Risher

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Mr. Barsins' Toy EmporiumMr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an atypical story concerned with a toy store for atypical toys. There is nothing mundane or ordinary in this story. What you will find are interlocking tales of families working together and children learning to make difficult choices. Characters learn to work together, sometimes reluctantly, to help themselves and others out of a catastrophic situation amidst a hurricane evacuation. Themes include man versus man, man versus self, and man versus nature.

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscarand Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Kelli Harper

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5.Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wonderful read. Sad, heartbreaking, but true in all ways about losing a friend/pet. Wish I had known about this book when we lost our favorite pet a couple years ago.

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The Moon That Fell from Heaven (Empire at Twilight) by N.L. Holmes
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Genre – Historical, Family
Page Count – 331
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Ehli-nikkalu, eldest daughter of the Hittite emperor, is married to a mere vassal of her father. But despite her status, her foreignness and inability to produce an heir drive a wedge between her and the court that surrounds her. When her secretary is mysteriously murdered while carrying the emperor a message that would indict the loyalty of his vassal, Ehli-nikkalu adopts the dead man’s orphaned children out of a guilty sense of responsibility.

A young cousin she has never met becomes a pretender to the throne and mobilizes roving armies of the poor and dispossessed, which causes the priority of her loyalties to become even more suspect. However, Ehli-nikkalu discovers a terrible secret that could destabilize the present regime if the pretender ever learns of it.

With the help of a kindly scribe, her brave young ward, and an embittered former soldier trapped in debt and self-doubt, Ehli-nikkalu sets out to save the kingdom and prove herself to her father. And along the way, she learns something about love.

Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscarand Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-ReturnOscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-Return by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book, it really hit me hard because I have lived through this experience. The story dealt with a very difficult subject in a very thoughtful and compassionate way. I think that it would be a good book to introduce a difficult subject to your young children, the loss of a pet. I recommend this book to any parent whose child might be going through this difficult situation. It will help them understand what is happening and maybe make them feel better about the process.

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Rocketship Made of Stars (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Anantha Rusum

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien)Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There are many times I read a Lois Wickstrom book and wonder how simple and meaningful they are.
Especially when you write for young children, a trivial topic can make such a huge difference to their lives. In this book Shirl and her alien friend Eee-ahh, head to school together where the topic of discussion is Constellations. Eee-ahh shows different planets and connects the dots so easily to show the children different constellations.
This is such a cool book to engage in conversation with any kid. Would highly recommend it.

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Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom- Reviewed by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Mr. Barsins' Toy EmporiumMr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well I thoroughly enjoyed this well written and imaginative tale. The author brings to life magical creatures such as dragons, mermaids, gnomes, and sylphs to life. Four children with nothing seemingly in common all arrive to the toy store on the same day. I thought the author did a great job of developing the characters of not only the four children, but their families as well. The imaginaries were also quite charming and interesting as well. This is definitely a great middle grade read, I definitely enjoyed the action and adventure that the children’s imaginations lead them on and the surprise twist ending definitely had be on the edge until the final page. Absolutely a great story for anyone, young or old, with an imagination!

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscarand Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Shannen Kern

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5.Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Our family has always been centered around many different animals, so I was a little worried about picking this up but kept an open mind. I’m so glad I did because we just went through a situation almost EXACTLY like this, so it was timely. Even though we read this after the fact, it still helped my two kids (7 and 11) really get a better understanding that it’s a universal occurrence. It also gave us another chance to open up another discussion and let them know that they aren’t alone. I loved the compassion the author showed and how the rainbow bridge was detailed with grace. I would most highly recommend picking this up for the kids in your life on this difficult topic.

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Mr. Barsins' Toy EmporiumMr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom is a wonderful and magical tale.
Imagine having friends where you can see each other’s playmates. Well, that is what Lois gives her readers. Four friends Jack, Lily, Audrey and Nick who all end up at Mr Barsins’ Toy Emporium and find their playmates and thus the true adventure begins.
This delightful tale made me think of the movie Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium. Great movie. Anyhow I digress.
Mr Barsins’ Toy Emporium is a lot of fun and the vivid narrative lets your imagination run free and wild. A place that you can create your own world. A world that is only limited by your imagination. I realm of possibilities. A realm of dreams. A realm where real or imagined friends come together.
A magical adventure that is full of joy, wonder, hope, friendships and so much more.
This is a great tale that any child will fall in love and want to visit Mr Barsins’ Toy Emporium

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom-Review by Julie Johnson

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Mr. Barsins' Toy EmporiumMr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

This is a middle grade read by Lois Wickstrom and was a very fun read! You must, however, have an imagination to really enjoy this book! It’s what it’s all about!

There are 4 youngsters who will become unlikely friends through a series of challenges placed on them by Mr. Barsins after they wander into this Toy Store. All the kids are fascinated by the word “emporium” (I mean, it *IS* a pretty cool word) and his “wall that isn’t there”. This is an adventure full of fantasy and wonder!!

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Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom by Jennifer Crain

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Mr. Barsins' Toy EmporiumMr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lois Wickstrom is probably better known for her picture books, but this is an extraordinary and magical middle grades read.

Right away, the whimsical cover “grabs” you in and invites you in like an intoxicating toy store. The beginning hooks you right away, wanting to find out about the characters, for the book follows 4 kids and their connection to the toy store of the title. I enjoyed reading about each characters’ stories, however, at times, the story felt disjointed and not smooth transitions between the different character stories within the overarching book.

I did appreciate the author’s world building, each child had a completely different and unique story, but all had a reason(s) to visit to toy shop. The slightly open ending was also appreciated, for it lets ones’ imaginations finish the story, especially with Jack.

The pacing was quick, with the exception of some disjointed flow as I mentioned above. Love the actual writing style, feels like the characters are acting out the scenes instead of talking to you. Overall, an enjoyable read!

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscarand Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Angela Plate, September 2023

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5.Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a good way to teach kids about the loss of a pet. My own kids have gone through it and at the time, I didn’t really know how to help them. This author really helps to reach for the emotions that this subject entails. It’ll help a lot of young readers.

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Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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Mr. Barsins' Toy EmporiumMr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I didn’t realise when starting this book it was a Lois Wickstrom one, but it didn’t take me long to figure it out. The writing style is so indicative of the fantastic writing I have come to expect from her. It is intended for a slightly older audience than some of her others books but it was just as imaginative and interesting. This is one that I haven’t yet read to my kids as they are a little young to understand it. However, this is one that I will be keeping in my back pocket for the second they are old enough to enjoy it and appreciate it.
It took me no time at all to get through this book. It was full of interesting characters that added depth and complexity to the story. It was enjoyable and a brilliant read. This is a book that would appeal to all audiences.

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscarand Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5.Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend is a children’s book for kids between the ages of five to eleven years old. This book tells the story of a stray cat, named Shadow that Oscar and Emmy’s family has been feeding and caring for. When they notice that Shadow does not look well, they take the cat to the vet who tells them that Shadow has cancer. Oscar and Emmy’s family care for Shadow until they must make the difficult decision to have Shadow put to sleep. The author has done a wonderful job of discussing the heart wrenching topic of the loss of a beloved pet in an easy-to-understand manner for children. This book will teach children about stray animals, loss, compassion, and how to say goodbye to a beloved pet. I highly recommend this book.

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscarand Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5.Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great book for children to learn about the unfortunate parts of life. Oscar and Emmy are cats living with a sister and brother. They have another cat, Shadow, who comes and visits them. Because she visits so often, the family starts to feed her. One day, they noticed she wasn’t feeling well. They decide to take her to the vet and find out she has cancer. In the end, the family has to put the cat down. They each say their goodbyes and bring Shadow home to always have her near. At the end of the book, they talk about losing a pet and the rainbow bridge. I thought this was a great way to talk to children about the loss of a pet. It took a gentle, but honest approach to such a process.

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Oscar and Emmy Lose A Friend: A Story About Pet Loss And Saying Goodbye To A Furry Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5.Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oscar and Emmy are two feline siblings and since they made friends with a local stray car, Shadow, they have built a new routine around her visits when they play peekaboo through the window and meow at each other through the door at feeding time, but over time, they realise that something is wrong with Shadow.

At this point, they made sure their humans knew something was wrong and they decided to take her to the vet and see what is wrong, unfortunately, Shadow is very ill, and they have to have a talk about what to do and what is best for Shadow, but how will Oscar and Emmy feel about it and what will they all decide to do?

This is a very touching story which talks about a difficult and extremely sad topic in such a way that it encourages conversation, understanding and ways to cope when this happens in real life and one, I would highly recommend.

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscarand Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Elisha Johnson

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5.Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend by Terri Sabole- 5 out of 5 stars

This author grabs hold of your heart with this tear-jerker. So much heartbreak follows the death of a loved fur baby and many do not know where to begin when healing from such a loss. Books like these help not only children to understand their feelings but also help parents guide their children through the grieving process. I highly recommend it, especially if you are in the situation of needing to explain this life-changing event to children.

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Mr. Barsin’s Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom Review by Shelly Kittell

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Mr. Barsins' Toy EmporiumMr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What an entertaining story! This was an entertaining story in our house. We loved all the mystical elementals in the story. The imagination and creativity that went into creating this was so good. My grandson loved the dragon. My favorite was the sylphs and the question-marks. We loved the action and adventure of the story. It totally started with the crazy red zinger suit Mr. Barsins’ wore and went on from there. A cool story that younger ones would like.

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscarand Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Shadel Ayerbe

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5.Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscarand Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol is a great children story about loss and compassion

Oscar, Emmy, and their family start to observe changes in Shadow over time. They seek advice from their veterinarian when her health swiftly deteriorates.

Every page had you hanging on every sentence and It is very impacting story.. It is a very unique story with even compelling people.

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Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom

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Page Count – 236
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While on his birthday cruise, Jack spies a mermaid. He finds her later in the secret room at Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium. Lily lost her sylphs when her father moved to Florida. Like her other friends, her sylphs stayed behind. But now they are looking for her in Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium. Audrey sees herself as a noble knight, whose duty is to slay a dragon. She seeks one at Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium, and she intends to slay it. And Nick has been lying about a bad gnome causing all the trouble at his house. He finds a really bad gnome at Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium. Why is Mr. Barsin giving out imaginary playmates? Are they in danger?

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Lois Wickstrom lives in a world where imaginary playmates are real. She doesn’t remember being born, so she finds unbirthdays are more exciting than the official once-a-year date on the calendar. She’s taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales.

She writes by herself. She writes with co-authors. She asks illustrators what they would like to draw. If she ever writes her autobiography, the title will be My Life as a Group Project.

Her mother used to get angry with her for daydreaming. Her little sister picked on her. So she lived in books and wrote her own stories in which the bad-guys made sense, and the good-guys had a chance. As she has grown older, her imagination has grown weirder. Even she doesn’t know what she will write next.

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Rocketship Made of Stars (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Ramos

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien)Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely love reading Wickstrom books! Always so interesting, fun adventures and keep families engaged in the new stories! Stories focus on friendship and kindness mixed in with eager curiosity to learn something new about who they are interacting with as well as knowledge of the fascinating world around them. In this book, an alien Eee-ahh meets new friends and goes to school with them. At school, the alien teaches the teacher and school mates about where he comes from and what he calls the constellations. Same ones they have learned of with different names. It is great for children to learn to appreciate how the same world to others may have different names and find common ground. Love reading this one and cannot wait to read more!

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Rocketship Made of Stars (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shannen Kern

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien)Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We love bringing these books home because this author is amazing! We are also a bunch of stargazers, so it was quite fitting for us. I love that we continue to learn about Eee-ahh and Shirl. They learn about all of the different constellations which I absolutely love! The illustrations are fabulous and definitely add a bit more to the story. My kiddos are 7 and 11, and they both thoroughly enjoyed it. It even started an evening of laying outside on a blanket and seeing which constellations we could find. We also may have made some up as well, so it was a memorable time. I highly recommend picking this up and share it with the younger ones in your life!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Rocketship Made of Stars (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Donya Pedigo

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien)Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’ve read several children’s books by author Lois Wickstrom and each one encompasses a great tale along with a fun learning moment for the reader. Rocketship Made of Stars is no exception as it is a fun story about Shirl and her alien friend who has traveled through the stars to visit her. The reader gets to learn the names of stars and constellations along with what Eee-ahh, the alien calls them.

This is a beautifully illustrated book by artist Nicolàs Milano. The colorful, engaging illustrations help you visualize the story and make it come alive for the reader. Ms. Wickstrom’s books continue to be great reads for my family and myself.

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Rocketship Made of Stars (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Ashley Sugar

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien)Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a cute and fun read. I read it with my daughters and they both loved it. Great way to engage in subjects about science and constellations. Loved this because it made such a fun time with my kiddos! They love to read just as much as me so we loved spending time before bed to read a couple books! This was one of their favorites. Highly recommend.

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Rocketship Made of Stars (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien)Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is another great book for kids by the author, the second in the I am an Alien series. What I love is how it makes learning about constellations fun and easy for young children, keeping them engaged in the fun story as they learn.
The story itself is fun as well as educational, and the illustrations are bright and keep the younger kids engaged. The constellation facts are accurate and displayed in an entertaining and creative way making it easier for children to learn.
I am never disappointed by the author’s easy and simple writing, making the harder aspects of a topic more accessible to the kids, and there’s always a chance for the adults to learn something too!
If you’re looking for an enjoyable and educational book about constellations, this is the book for you!

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Rocketship Made of Stars (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien)Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book and I think it will interest many kids. It will be especially interesting for those kids who enjoy watching the stars and dreaming of exploring them someday. The book had a lot of interesting information on constellations and interesting concepts about how children can have fun renaming them based on their own imagination. It is a good book and I recommend it for children who love to explore and learn new things.

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5.Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh wow. So, this is the first book I have read by Terri Sabol, and it was a lot heavier than I expected, especially for a book aimed at 5–11-year-olds. Having lived through this exact scenario I found myself choked up and shedding some tears as I finished the book. While this book uses a stray animal that a family took care of the emotions were very strong and while I think this book is beautifully illustrated while shining light on a very difficult topic it was hard to read because of the intense emotions of having experienced the loss of a pet to euthanasia. Charlie and Abby felt the pain of this cat that they took care of it keeps it slightly lighter than the full intensity of what it would or can be like if it was their own.

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Rocketship Made of Stars (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien)Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again, beautifully illustrated. This book picks up after the first one. Eee-ahh is on Earth with their new friend Shirl and asks about school, when they find out Shirl goes to school to hear stories Eee-ahh decides that they want to go to school with Shirl. At school Eee-ahh shares the names they have for the stars and learns about Earth’s names and stories for them. This is a quick read that helps get kids more interested in looking up at the stars and not at a screen. Very cute and informative book that leads to hours of learning with your little ones looking at the wonder of the stars.

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Rocketship Made of Stars ( I am an Alien ) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien)Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is again another great book by this author that helps young kids learn. I like how this author is able to bring science to kids and make it fun and interesting to learn. I really wish that my children were younger but I know that I will keep this in my library for the future when I eventually have grandkids. The author really has a very unique writing style that makes harder subjects easy for kids to learn and comprehend. I will definitely recommend this to anyone with younger kids who want to introduce them to science and get their interest peaked.

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Rocketship Made of Stars (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien)Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book two in the I Am An Alien series. I like the cuteness of the alien and the friendship with Shirl. It’s cute how the kids at school all the alien a bunch of questions. The constallations map is a great conversation starter about the nigh sky. I didn’t know Hercules was a constallation. There are pictures of different constallations throughout and at the end of the book with additional information. I have read several of Wickstrom’s books and they are entertaining!

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5.Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As someone who lost a loving pet to cancer, this brought back some memories. As an adult it made me emotional 🙂 this is a great read to teach younger kids about losing a beloved pet.

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